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  • Interview – Ten Minute Detour

    By on May 9, 2018

    Photo Supplied by PR Recently I had the opportunity to listen to Ten Minute Detour’s sophomore album Common Pleasure and ask lead man, Andrew Shier...

  • Sasktel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival announces Free Programming and Presale Groove Series tickets

    By on May 8, 2018

    The SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival is proud to announce over 65 free shows during the 10-day SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival, June 22nd to July 1st, 2018....

  • Review – Cancer Bats

    By on April 24, 2018

    Album: The Spark That Moves Release Date: April 20, 2018 Gener: “With a name like Cancer Bats, it has to be good!” an advertising campaign Mason...

  • Interview – The Long War

    By on April 24, 2018

    Photo Credit: Chad Gilmour Recently I had the opportunity to check out The Long War’s debut album Landscapes and ask them questions about their band,...

  • Review – Rosie and the Riveters

    By on April 6, 2018

    Album: Ms. Behave Release Date:  April 6, 2018 Genre:  The Andrew Sisters Meets Pete Seeger One Line Review:  Saskatchewan sonic sirens Rosie and the Riveters...

  • SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival Announces 2018 Ticketed Lineup

    By on March 24, 2018

    Since 1987, one of the highlights of the Saskatoon festival and event circuit – and a must-see for any music lover at heart – is...

  • Review – Thompson Egbo-Egbo

    By on February 27, 2018

    Album: A New Standard Release Date: January 19, 2018 Genre: Tastefully Traditional + Instrumental Art Rock + Mr. PC (Spider-Man) = Simply Cool Expertly Arranged Tunes...

  • The Whiskey Jerks to play The Bassment in Saskatoon on February 23rd

    By on February 22, 2018

    As part of the Northern Soul Series, local old-school neo-country punks The Whiskey Jerks will be carousing up country chaos at The Bassment on Friday...

  • Review – Among Legends

    By on January 24, 2018

    Album:   Some Days Release Date: December 7, 2017 Genre:  Truly Canadian Punk Rock, eh? Some Days by Among Legends One Line Review:  Self-proclaimed “Ontario Pop-Punk...

  • Review – Cousin Harley

    By on November 25, 2017

    Album: Blue Smoke: the Music of Merle Travis Release Date: November 24, 2017 Genre: Rockabilly Tribute Album Royalty One Line Review:  With their sixth release...

  • Review – Maestro Fresh Wes

    By on November 18, 2017

    Album: Coach Fresh Release Date: November 17, 2017 Genre: More Rap / Hip Hop Gold Than Flavor Flav’s Grill One Line Review:  The iconic “Godfather of...

  • Interview – Letters From Pluto

    By on November 16, 2017

    Photo Credit: Tyler Blackwood Photography Recently I had the opportunity to send Letters From Pluto questions discussing her recent Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA) nomination...

  • Review – Jay & Jo

    By on November 15, 2017

    Album: Grounded and Light Release Date: July 27, 2017 Genre: Sophisticatedly Charming Roots/Folk/Country Download One Line Review:  Saskatchewan-based Jay & Jo offer an impressive debut with...

  • Review – Buffy Sainte-Marie

    By on November 12, 2017

    Album: Medicine Songs Release Date:  November 10, 2017 Genre: Well-Crafted, Expertly Produced, Relevant Rebel Rock One Line Review:  In a career spanning over half a...